Tina Turner says she thinks her legs were 'more famous' than her voice

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19 Apr 2023, 10:52

Tina Turner has joked that her legs might be more famous than her voice after she famously insured them for over £2,000,00.

After setting a trend of dancing around the stage in glitzy short dresses, it’s fair to say Tina’s legs began to make a name for themselves- nearly as much as The Proud Mary’s singer’s actual name.

It was even claimed that Tina even insured them for £2.6million!

However, the singer has now reflected on the fame of her legs and said (via Metro): “Sometimes I think I’m as famous for my legs as much as my voice.

“I only had my legs on show so much as it made it much easier to dance…and then it became part of my style.”

Speaking to The Sun, she added: “When I was younger, I never felt confident about any part of my body, but with all the attention my legs received, I realised they must be OK!”

The singing legend recently retired from her long singing career and in 2021, it was announced she had sold her entire catalogue of songs for an estimated $50million (£40million).

At the time, the deal was the largest that a single artist has ever negotiated to music publishing company BMG.

Speaking to PA following the deal, Turner said: “Like any artist, the protection of my life's work, my musical inheritance, is something personal.

“I am confident that with BMG and Warner Music my work is in professional and reliable hands.”

Meanwhile, BMG boss Hartwig Masuch said: “Tina Turner's musical journey has inspired hundreds of millions of people around the world and continues to reach new audiences.

“We are honoured to take on the job of managing Tina Turner's musical and commercial interests. It is a responsibility we take seriously and will pursue diligently. She is truly and simply, the best.”